Activity Overview
In this activity, students will be provided a question or prompt to answer using textual evidence. The prompt here is: “What challenges does Alice face and how does she overcome them?”
What challenges does Alice face?
- Alice becomes so tall that when she looks down all can see are the tops of trees.
- Alice becomes frustrated with the March Hare and the Hatter's rudeness.
- Alice is extremely bored and doesn't even want to collect daisies.
- The Queen of Hearts yells, "Off with her head!"
How does she overcome them?
- Alice remembers that she has mushroom in her hand so she takes another bite to shrink.
- Alice leaves the tea party ignoring the Hare and the Hatter.
- Alice falls asleep and lets her imagination take her on wild adventures.
- Alice yells, "Nonsense!" in return, which silenced the Queen.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a T-Chart storyboard that answers the prompt using at least three examples from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Click on "Add / Delete Cells" to change the number of examples.
- Break the question into two parts: What challenges does Alice face? and How does she overcome them?
- Type the two questions where it says "Heading 1" and "Heading 2".
- Think about examples from the text that support your answer.
- Type the text evidence in the description boxes. Paraphrase or quote directly from the text.
- Illustrate each example using scenes, characters, items, etc.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support from Text | Examples chosen fully support the answer to the question. | Some of the examples answer the question correctly, but not all. | Most of the examples do not support the answer to the question. |
| Quote / Text | Evidence provided from the text is properly quoted or paraphrased. | There are some minor mistakes in the quote / description from text. | Quote or paraphrase is incomplete or confusing. |
| Illustration of Examples | Ideas are well organized. Images clearly illustrate the examples from the text. | Ideas are organized. Most images help to show the examples from the text. | Ideas are not well organized. Images are difficult to understand. |
Activity Overview
In this activity, students will be provided a question or prompt to answer using textual evidence. The prompt here is: “What challenges does Alice face and how does she overcome them?”
What challenges does Alice face?
- Alice becomes so tall that when she looks down all can see are the tops of trees.
- Alice becomes frustrated with the March Hare and the Hatter's rudeness.
- Alice is extremely bored and doesn't even want to collect daisies.
- The Queen of Hearts yells, "Off with her head!"
How does she overcome them?
- Alice remembers that she has mushroom in her hand so she takes another bite to shrink.
- Alice leaves the tea party ignoring the Hare and the Hatter.
- Alice falls asleep and lets her imagination take her on wild adventures.
- Alice yells, "Nonsense!" in return, which silenced the Queen.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a T-Chart storyboard that answers the prompt using at least three examples from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Click on "Add / Delete Cells" to change the number of examples.
- Break the question into two parts: What challenges does Alice face? and How does she overcome them?
- Type the two questions where it says "Heading 1" and "Heading 2".
- Think about examples from the text that support your answer.
- Type the text evidence in the description boxes. Paraphrase or quote directly from the text.
- Illustrate each example using scenes, characters, items, etc.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support from Text | Examples chosen fully support the answer to the question. | Some of the examples answer the question correctly, but not all. | Most of the examples do not support the answer to the question. |
| Quote / Text | Evidence provided from the text is properly quoted or paraphrased. | There are some minor mistakes in the quote / description from text. | Quote or paraphrase is incomplete or confusing. |
| Illustration of Examples | Ideas are well organized. Images clearly illustrate the examples from the text. | Ideas are organized. Most images help to show the examples from the text. | Ideas are not well organized. Images are difficult to understand. |
How Tos about Support with Text Evidence
How to Help Students Find Strong Text Evidence in Any Story
Empower students to confidently identify and cite relevant details from the text when answering questions. This builds critical reading and analytical skills across subjects.
Select a clear question or prompt to guide reading
Give students a focused question before reading, such as: What challenges does the character face and how do they respond? This helps students read with purpose and look for specific details.
Model how to find and highlight evidence in the text
Project a passage and demonstrate how to underline or highlight phrases that answer the question. Explain why these details are important and connect directly to the prompt.
Guide students to paraphrase or quote directly
Teach students to use their own words or copy exact phrases to support their answers. Discuss when it’s better to paraphrase versus quote and always encourage accuracy.
Encourage students to explain how their evidence supports their answer
After choosing evidence, have students write a sentence explaining how it proves their point. This step deepens comprehension and makes their argument stronger.
Practice with different stories and question types
Use this process with a variety of texts and prompts. Frequent practice helps students gain confidence in finding and using text evidence for any subject or story.
Frequently Asked Questions about Support with Text Evidence
How can students use text evidence to explain Alice's challenges and solutions?
Students can use text evidence by quoting or paraphrasing specific parts of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland that show the challenges Alice faces (like growing too tall or dealing with rude characters) and how she overcomes them (such as eating mushroom to shrink or standing up to the Queen). This supports their answers and demonstrates comprehension.
What is a T-Chart storyboard and how does it help students analyze literature?
A T-Chart storyboard is a visual graphic organizer with two columns, helping students separate and organize information. When analyzing literature, it allows students to list challenges on one side and how the character overcomes them on the other, making it easier to understand cause and effect in the story.
What are some examples of Alice's challenges and how she overcomes them?
Examples include: Alice grows too tall and uses mushroom to shrink; she deals with the rudeness of the March Hare and Hatter by leaving the tea party; and when the Queen of Hearts threatens her, Alice confidently responds and silences the Queen. These show her resourcefulness and courage.
How do I guide students to find and cite text evidence in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland?
Encourage students to read the text closely and look for moments that show Alice's problems and responses. Teach them to paraphrase or quote directly from the story, and to include page numbers or chapter references when possible for clear support.
What is the best way to introduce text evidence activities to 4th and 5th graders?
The best way is to model the process: read a passage aloud, ask guiding questions, and show how to find and record text evidence using a T-Chart. Practice together before having students try independently or with a partner.
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